What to See in Chithirapuram
Chithirapuram may be the next big thing in Kerala. This lovely, simply wonderful hill station had been locked away from human reach for a long time. However it is wrong to claim that it has remained untouched by development. Since it is the site of the Pallivasal Hydel Power Project, Chithirapuram can be counted as one of the major and upcoming hill stations in the country.A special rendezvous with Nature is guaranteed at Chithirapuram. Virgin hillsides, playful mountain streams and flower laden valleys all satisfy your search for solace and beauty. A stroll through the mist covered tea plantations in the early hours of the morning or in the dusk is an experience only to be had in Chithirapuram.
Chithirapuram has restored bits of the past in the form of the old cottages, bungalows and old playgrounds. A place designed for a nature lover or an avid trekker, Chithirapuram also satisfies the tourist who has just come for a holiday. Another attraction that makes this hill station famous is the Mattupetty Reservoir. Tourists can enjoy a thrilling speed boat ride here. A visit to the Indo Swiss Farm located close to Chithirapuram is also rewarding.
With Munnar located just 10 kilometers away, visitors can plan a short trip to Munnar and explore the prime attractions in Munnar which includes Eravikulam National Park, Anayirangal Dam, Mattupetty Dam, the Sandalwood forests and Thoovanam waterfalls in Marayoor and Echo Point.